AmeriCorps
Conservation Technician - N. Branch Nature Ctr/VHCB
AmeriCorps, Montpelier, Vermont, us, 05604
Conservation Technician - N. Branch Nature Ctr/VHCB
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You’ll gain important skills in natural resource management and plant restoration alongside North Branch Nature Center’s expert naturalists and passionate volunteers. From conservation stewardship to invasive species removal to wildlife management, this position is all about caring for the land and its wild inhabitants. NBNC’s mission is to connect people of all ages with the natural world. The goal of the Conservation Assistant position is to help achieve our property management and ecological resilience goals through hands‑on stewardship, ecological restoration, and community engagement. This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps). The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports the innovative dual‑goal approach to creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape. Service is to be performed primarily outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and requires serving in uneven and steep terrain. The position begins May 4th 2026 and ends October 30 2026.
The position is Reduced Half Time: Requires 915 hours for an average of 40 hours per week for 6 months. Member will receive a living allowance of $16,147 (pre‑tax) and an education award of $3,697.50 (pre‑tax) upon successful completion of service. Other benefits include health insurance, federal school loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities.
Member Duties
Pursue NBNC's ecological resilience goals through invasive species management and native plant restoration.
Lead volunteer and student groups in ecological restoration service projects.
Collaborate with staff to plan for and implement solutions for healthy coexistence with resident beaver populations.
Maintain existing trails and visitor experience installations (kiosks, displays, benches, etc.).
Maintain and care for NBNC's fruit orchard and conservation nursery.
Assist with hosting summer nature programming at NBNC.
Participate in an Independent Service Project under the guidance of VHCB AmeriCorps.
Participate in all VHCB AmeriCorps Program Initiatives & outreach activities to promote AmeriCorps.
Engage in professional and personal development activities and networking opportunities.
Program Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service.
Living allowance.
Health coverage.
Training.
Childcare assistance if eligible.
Terms
Car recommended.
Permits working at another job during off hours.
Permits attendance at school during off hours.
Service Areas
Environment.
Children/Youth.
Education.
Skills
Youth Development.
Environment.
General Skills.
Team Work.
Teaching/Tutoring.
Education.
Fine Arts/Crafts.
Leadership.
Summary Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
Program: Conservation Technician - N. Branch Nature Ctr/VHCB
Program Start/End Date: 04/06/2026 - 10/01/2026
Work Schedule: Part Time
Education level: High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement: Minimum 17, Maximum 99
Program Locations: VERMONT
Accepting Applications: From 01/05/2026 To 05/04/2026
Contact Sean Beckett
713 Elm St
Montpelier VT 05602
8022296206
m.watt@vhcb.org
https://vhcb.org/our-programs/vhcb-americorps
Listing ID 88772
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Conservation Technician - N. Branch Nature Ctr/VHCB
role at
AmeriCorps .
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
You’ll gain important skills in natural resource management and plant restoration alongside North Branch Nature Center’s expert naturalists and passionate volunteers. From conservation stewardship to invasive species removal to wildlife management, this position is all about caring for the land and its wild inhabitants. NBNC’s mission is to connect people of all ages with the natural world. The goal of the Conservation Assistant position is to help achieve our property management and ecological resilience goals through hands‑on stewardship, ecological restoration, and community engagement. This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps). The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports the innovative dual‑goal approach to creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape. Service is to be performed primarily outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and requires serving in uneven and steep terrain. The position begins May 4th 2026 and ends October 30 2026.
The position is Reduced Half Time: Requires 915 hours for an average of 40 hours per week for 6 months. Member will receive a living allowance of $16,147 (pre‑tax) and an education award of $3,697.50 (pre‑tax) upon successful completion of service. Other benefits include health insurance, federal school loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities.
Member Duties
Pursue NBNC's ecological resilience goals through invasive species management and native plant restoration.
Lead volunteer and student groups in ecological restoration service projects.
Collaborate with staff to plan for and implement solutions for healthy coexistence with resident beaver populations.
Maintain existing trails and visitor experience installations (kiosks, displays, benches, etc.).
Maintain and care for NBNC's fruit orchard and conservation nursery.
Assist with hosting summer nature programming at NBNC.
Participate in an Independent Service Project under the guidance of VHCB AmeriCorps.
Participate in all VHCB AmeriCorps Program Initiatives & outreach activities to promote AmeriCorps.
Engage in professional and personal development activities and networking opportunities.
Program Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service.
Living allowance.
Health coverage.
Training.
Childcare assistance if eligible.
Terms
Car recommended.
Permits working at another job during off hours.
Permits attendance at school during off hours.
Service Areas
Environment.
Children/Youth.
Education.
Skills
Youth Development.
Environment.
General Skills.
Team Work.
Teaching/Tutoring.
Education.
Fine Arts/Crafts.
Leadership.
Summary Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
Program: Conservation Technician - N. Branch Nature Ctr/VHCB
Program Start/End Date: 04/06/2026 - 10/01/2026
Work Schedule: Part Time
Education level: High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement: Minimum 17, Maximum 99
Program Locations: VERMONT
Accepting Applications: From 01/05/2026 To 05/04/2026
Contact Sean Beckett
713 Elm St
Montpelier VT 05602
8022296206
m.watt@vhcb.org
https://vhcb.org/our-programs/vhcb-americorps
Listing ID 88772
#J-18808-Ljbffr